A review of computer-based simulators for ultrasound training.

Simul Healthc

Computer Aided Medical Procedures, Department of Informatics, Technische Universität München, Munich, Germany.

Published: April 2013

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  • The article reviews the development of computer-based simulators for ultrasound training over the past 15 years, highlighting various systems and methods.
  • It classifies these systems based on image simulation techniques, user interactions, and specific medical applications, discussing their advantages.
  • While qualitative evaluations indicate positive learning outcomes, the article notes a lack of quantitative research and highlights the need to assess long-term effects of these training methods.

Article Abstract

Computer-based simulators for ultrasound training are a topic of recent interest. During the last 15 years, many different systems and methods have been proposed. This article provides an overview and classification of systems in this domain and a discussion of their advantages. Systems are classified and discussed according to the image simulation method, user interactions and medical applications. Computer simulation of ultrasound has one key advantage over traditional training. It enables novel training concepts, for example, through advanced visualization, case databases, and automatically generated feedback. Qualitative evaluations have mainly shown positive learning effects. However, few quantitative evaluations have been performed and long-term effects have to be examined.

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